Cubs, Phils Want Church

[Timmer]

And it looks like they're offering pitching.

http://www.rotoworld.com/content/pla...aspx?sport=MLB

The Phillies and Cubs have reportedly joined the Royals in looking into Ryan Church's availability.

Both teams have the young starters the Nationals desire, though Church isn't likely to bring back a top prospect. The Phillies could offer up Gavin Floyd or Ryan Madson. The Cubs have Angel Guzman or Carlos Marmol to part with.

FWIW, I believe Floyd is from the DC area.

[Timmer]

Well, Floyd is out of the picture. He got traded to the White Sox.

How aobut Church to the Cubs for Sean Marshall and the Nats sign Ricky Ledee?

[Timmer]

http://www.rotoworld.com/content/pla...aspx?sport=MLB

Talks between the Cubs and Nationals regarding Ryan Church have reportedly cooled.

The Pirates are also showing less interest in Church. The Phillies may still want him, but it's unclear whether they'll part with Ryan Madson. The Royals and Tigers are among the other teams reported to have discussed Church with the Nationals.

[DCFan]

Originally Posted by Timmer

Originally in rotoworld;
The Pirates are also showing less interest in Church. The Phillies may still want him, but it's unclear whether they'll part with Ryan Madson. The Royals and Tigers are among the other teams reported to have discussed Church with the Nationals.

Now we know why Acta called up Ryan to talk. He probably isn't being traded.